Procurement Executive At Janta Kenya

Job Summary
Our client in the FMCG industry are seeking to hire a Procurement & Planning executive.
Job Responsibilities
Develop demand forecasts (operational forecasts) at multiple levels of aggregation for multiple time horizons as part of a demand planning function.
Review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, prepare forecast data, develop statistical forecast models, and evaluate forecast results.
Coordinate cross-functional research activities to reconcile significant variances and refine the forecast model to reflect updated sales and marketing assumptions.
Utilize a collaborative and consensus approach by working with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Finance to obtain and ensure that current and accurate information is used for Provides forecasts to our internal and external partners as part of contractual agreements and works with our internal and external partners for material issue resolution demand forecast
Develops and maintains mutually beneficial relationships with key suppliers and service providers and other partners adhering to negotiated contracts and prices where required
Supports new product development and product renewal by ensuring upstream planning and procurement of components and other materials, establish launch/distribution plans with Sales & Marketing
Identify clearing agents to deal with and ensuring on time clearing
Development of organizational procurement strategy
Manage and monitor the purchasing system with supplier details

Qualifications
A Degree in Supplies and Procurement Management
At least 3-4 years’ of experience as a procurement executive
Experience in FMCG industry is an added advantage
Good know how and knowledge on supply chain.
Financial/P&L and problem-solving/analytical skills
Excellent communication, presentation skills